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drugs and alcohol support at work

Drug and alcohol use can massively increase the risk of accidents, and of course extended use can cause untold harm to people's personal and working lives. Good drug and alcohol policies enable employers to support staff who need help, and protect colleagues and clients.

  • How much of a problem is drug and alcohol abuse at work?  more...
  • How does drug and alcohol abuse affect workplace health and safety?  more...
  • Is it illegal to drink at work?  more...
  • Is it illegal to take drugs at work?  more...
  • What is the best way to tackle drug and alcohol abuse at work?  more...
  • How can I tell if a work colleague is misusing drugs?  more...
  • What should be in my employer's drugs or alcohol policy?  more...
  • Should employers test workers for alcohol and drug use?  more...
  • If my employer uses alcohol testing at work, how can I be sure that the results are correct?  more...

further information

The Health and Safety Executive website has information, case studies and news on health and safety issues and law relevant to drugs and alcohol misuse in the workplace, including the free leaflets Don't mix it! A guide for employers on alcohol at work and Drug abuse at work: a guide for employers. hse.gov.uk/alcoholdrugs

Hazards magazine has articles and information on drugs and alcohol in the workplace on its website. hazards.org/workstyle

Alcoholics Anonymous, tel: 0207 833 0022 or alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk

The Talk to Frank website provides information and advice on drugs.talktofrank.com